In this vulnerable and fiery episode, the Shrinks crack open a raw conversation about what happens when you dare to speak your truth in a world that’s not always ready to hear it. Molly C. shares the emotional fallout of going viral on TikTok — and getting slammed for it. What started as a conversation about food boundaries quickly turned into a deep dive on childhood bullying, impostor syndrome, clinical appeasement, and the gut-punch of online criticism.

The shrinks hold space for one another while exploring big themes:

• Why it’s so hard not to dim your light when people don’t agree with you
• The survival response of people-pleasing and self-abandonment
• The spiritual test of standing in your truth, even when it’s unpopular
• How neglect and injustice can activate rage that feels bigger than the moment
• How to protect your nervous system (and your purpose) in a noisy, opinionated world

If you’ve ever questioned your right to speak up, struggled with self-doubt after rejection, or felt the inner war between being palatable and being powerful — this one’s for you.

Oh, and there’s also dating drama, a story about unmatching on Hinge, and a rallying cry to all the kids who once felt like they didn’t belong. (Spoiler: You do.)

💬 Favorite Quote:
"There is no rage so great as a neglected child."

📌 Topics Include:

• TikTok trauma and the curse of virality
• Emotional flashbacks and old wounds in new comments
• Clinical appeasement vs. embodied truth
• When you want to fight but freeze instead
• Navigating food boundaries at the dinner table and online
• Spiritual downloads, sunscreen for the soul, and showing up anyway

🧠 Bonus Takeaway:
You don’t need to be palatable to be worthy. You’re allowed to take up space as you are — imperfect, passionate, and powerful.

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